Children Residential Support Worker

Waking Nights Support Worker

Grade 7 | £27,259 - £29,955 pro rata + 17.5% inclusive allowance Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time Hours: 21 hours per week ?? Location: City of Doncaster Council – Children's Residential Homes ?? Enhanced DBS Disclosure Required

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation dedicated to improving the lives of its residents—and you can be part of that journey.

We are seeking Waking Nights Officers to support our Children's Residential Homes in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and young people living with disabilities and complex needs.

? Key Responsibilities:

Provide a warm, caring, and enabling environment under the guidance of the Registered Manager.

Monitor children discretely at regular intervals during the night.

Maintain safety and security throughout the home.

Liaise with external agencies such as Police or Social Care when required.

Carry out general housekeeping tasks (laundry, cleaning, filing).

Complete clerical duties and documentation for children’s files.

Follow individual shift plans and work independently alongside sleeping-in staff.

Be prepared to cover for colleagues during leave or training.

??? Who We're Looking For:

Compassionate, reliable, and team-oriented individuals.

Strong communication and basic IT skills.

Willingness to undertake training and achieve QCF Level 3 within two years.

Able to implement Therapeutic Crisis Intervention strategies.

?? Why Join Us?

17.5% allowance for unsocial working hours

Rota includes 2 weekends off out of every 4

South Yorkshire Pension Authority contributions

Overtime (over 37 hours) paid at time and a quarter

Opportunities for additional shifts and career development

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people across Doncaster.

Apply now and become a valued part of our community-focused team.